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William F. Shull

  • February 27, 1934 - October 25, 2011
  • Juno Beach, Florida
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“Bill will be missed by all who knew him, he always had a kind word and a big smile. May your memories be a comfort at this time of sorrow. Our...Read More » ”
1 of 26 | Posted by: Cindy Hess Anderson - Bunker Hill, WV

“Our sincere sympathy to the Shull family. We are thinking of you at this sad time. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. ”
2 of 26 | Posted by: Glenda and Kirk Smith - PA

“We have lost a very dear friend. Sorry we did not hear of this sooner. ”
3 of 26 | Posted by: Jim & Sarah Henneberger - PA

“We were sorry to learn about Bill. He was a great contributer to our community. You two were lucky to have each other to share a lifetime together....Read More » ”
4 of 26 | Posted by: Max & Nancy Creager - Waynesboro, PA

“We were sorry to learn about Bill. He was a great contributer to our community. You two were lucky to have each other to share a lifetime together....Read More » ”
5 of 26 | Posted by: Max & Nancy Creager - Waynesboro, PA

“Lois and family, I had hoped to get to the funeral today to tell you how much Bill meant to me, but family matters prevented me from being there. ...Read More » ”
6 of 26 | Posted by: Mike Christopher - Washington Twp, PA

“To Lois and Family, May God, who watches over us and hears us when we pray, be very near to you and your familyto give you strength and comfort you...Read More » ”
7 of 26 | Posted by: Terra and Jason Tharp - PA

“We are very sorry for the loss of Bill, this community, and world surely benefitted by his presence. He leaves behind a wonderful wife and children,...Read More » ”
8 of 26 | Posted by: Barb & Mark Henicle - Waynesboro, PA

“Dear Lois and Family, My sympathy to all of you in the loss of Bill. I had just learned from Mary Buckey that he was gravely ill and then Max gave...Read More » ”
9 of 26 | Posted by: Barbara Kercheval - Chambersburg, PA

“Kristin, I Am So Sorry For The Loss Of Your Father, I Am Sure You Have Many Wonderful Memories To Cherish, My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You, Take...Read More » ”
10 of 26 | Posted by: Jo Ellen Crider - Cascade, MD

“Dear Lois, Lori and Family: My deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers I send to you during your time of sadness. Bill was such a sweet man! I...Read More » ”
11 of 26 | Posted by: Diane Lee - Jupiter, FL

“To the Shull family: My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of your family. Bill was a wonderful person. I met him while working at the bank. He...Read More » ”
12 of 26 | Posted by: Brenda Illi - PA

“Dear Lois and Family, We are so sad to hear of Bill's passing. All the memories of being neighbors,singing in the choir together and his positive...Read More » ”
13 of 26 | Posted by: Sue (Fisher)Heitzenroder - Pgh, PA

“I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband and Dad, I know it hurts. I remember him as a very kind gentleman. ”
14 of 26 | Posted by: Susan (McCleary) Wilders - PA

“Dear Lois and family, I was so sorry to read about Bill. He was such a wonderful, kind man. Ray died unexpectedly last month so I definitely know...Read More » ”
15 of 26 | Posted by: Karol Minnick - Waynesboro, PA

“I remember Mr. Shull fondly from when I worked at the bank. He went out of this way to greet me and encourage me in my professional career. ...Read More » ”
16 of 26 | Posted by: Andrew McCleaf - Halifax, PA

“Dear Lois, Plesant memories of brief times together. Prayers for God's peace beyond our understanding. Gail & Sid ”
17 of 26 | Posted by: Gail Fekel - Trophy Club, TX

“My sincere sympathy goes out to all the Shull families. Bill was instrumental in helping my Hooverville second graders lead the way in restoring the...Read More » ”
18 of 26 | Posted by: Carol A. Henicle - Waynesboro, PA

“Dawn's and my condolences to the Shull family. Bill was a fine gentleman, and a real asset to our community. ”
19 of 26 | Posted by: David Keller - Waynesboro, PA

“Dear Lois and Family - It was such sad news to me to hear of Bill's passing. I remember his kindness and friendly smile so fondly from my growing-up...Read More » ”
20 of 26 | Posted by: Molly Brownstein - Milford, DE

“My most sincere and deepest sympathies to Mrs Shull and all the girls. I have very fond memories of him growing up. Such a kind man who had a...Read More » ”
21 of 26 | Posted by: Deborah Stoops - Waynesboro, PA

“Tammy Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. May memories of the times you shared bring you comfort as time goes by. ”
22 of 26 | Posted by: Debbie & Mike Orris - PA

“The Shull family have my deepest sympathy. You grieve now; but in time you will be left with only warm memories, of good times on Third street and...Read More » ”
23 of 26 | Posted by: Todd Dorsett - Waynesboro, PA

“We have lost one of the BEST. He touched the lives of so many people and he will be greatly missed. He was an inspiration. The good news is that we...Read More » ”
24 of 26 | Posted by: Judy Shull Schowalter - Granby,, CO

“An inspiration to me and my family. A hero to many. My hero. Pappap, you will truly be missed. I love you so much. ”
25 of 26 | Posted by: Kelly Hershey - Cleveland, OH

“Our heartfelt sympathy to the extended Shull family. It was our pleasure to know Bill. What a fine legacy he leaves. Sandy and Larry ”
26 of 26 | Posted by: Sandy & Larry Fisher - Leesburg, FL


Mr. William Franklin "Bill" Shull, 77, of the Waterford Total Life Center in Juno Beach, FL and formerly of Waynesboro, PA, passed away, Tuesday, October 25, 2011, in the Palm Beach Garden Medical Center. Born February 27, 1934 in Lewistown, PA, he was the son of the late Paul E. and Helen Gladys (Bowersox) Shull. Mr. Shull was a graduate of Waynesboro Senior High School with the Class of 1952. He later received his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Juniata College in 1956 and also pursued courses of study at Rockford College, Hagerstown Junior College and Penn State University where he completed the Penn State Executive Management in 1977. He and his wife of over 54 years, Mrs. Lois E. (Kisecker) Shull, were married August 3, 1957 in Evangelical Lutheran Church, Waynesboro. They spent most of their married life in the Waynesboro area before permanently moving to Florida in October 2007. Mr. Shull was employed at Landis Tool Company, Waynesboro, for 33 years where he served as Administrative Vice President for 16 years, spent several years as Group Controller for the machine tool companies of Litton Industries and served as a member of the Board of Directors of Landis Lund Limited, an English affiliate of Landis Tool Company. Following his industrial career, he served as Executive Director of Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce for four years. He also served a Director of First National Bank and Trust Company, Waynesboro, for 26 years, Director of Financial Trust Co., Carlisle, PA for 10 years and Director of Financial Trust Services Company. He was a member of Presbyterian Church of Waynesboro, where he served as an elder, sang in the choir and served on various church committees. He also was a member of the Wayne Band for many years, B.P.O. Elks Lodge #731, Waynesboro Country Club; Young Men's Christian Association and Waynesboro Fish and Game Association, all of Waynesboro and National AARP. While living in Palm Beach Gardens, he was a member of Gardens Presbyterian Church where he sang in the choir and he was a member of the Polio Support Group of Palm Beach County, FL. Mr. Shull served on numerous Boards of Directors for the Waynesboro area including Waynesboro Hospital where he served as Chairman for three years, Waynesboro YMCA, United Way of Waynesboro, Hearthstone Retirement Home, Easter Seal Society, Rotary Club of Waynesboro, Service Corps of Retired Executives, Franklin County Area Development Corps, Waynesboro Area Development Corps and Waynesboro Beneficial Fund. He served as a mentor in the Waynesboro Area School System for many years and delivered the Commencement address to the Class of 1994. In addition to his wife, Mr. Shull is survived by four children, Deborah S. Sirk of Clarksville, TN, Tamera S. Siegrist of Fayetteville, PA, Lori S. Montague of Palm Beach Gardens, FL and Kristin S. Dixon of Woodstock, MD; nine grandchildren; one step-grandchild; his brother, Joseph A. Shull and his wife Laura of Waynesboro; and a number of nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, October 30, 2011 in Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home, 50 South Broad Street, Waynesboro, with Pastor Bill Shank, officiating. Burial will be private in Green Hill Cemetery, Waynesboro. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M., Saturday evening, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, consider memorial contributions to Waynesboro YMCA, 810 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, 17268 or the charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.bowersoxfuneralhomes.com